New Students

Key dates and milestones

May 2026

  • Second week of May: Technology requirements become available

June–July 2026

  • Pre-orientation: Asynchronous, virtual program with weekly modules and assigned tasks

July 2026

  • Monday, July 13: Orientation begins
  • Friday, July 17: Class of 2029 White Coat Ceremony
  • Monday, July 20: First day of classes

After you accept your offer of admission

Complete the following items to confirm your enrollment and prepare for the next phase of onboarding. Pay close attention to the timeline and due dates for each item.

Step1

Pay your registration fee deposit

Submit your deposit to confirm your spot in the incoming class, no later than one week from the date you accept our offer of admission.

Pay your deposit

Step2

Provide the UCSF Registrar with your SSN

If you haven't already, submit the Supplemental Application Form with your Social Security Number no later than two days from the date you accept our offer of admission.

Submit your SSN

Step3

Complete the required background check

Follow the instructions provided in the email from the screening vendor to complete your background check.

Start your background check

Step4

Submit your Statement of Legal Residence

Work with the Office of the Registrar to submit your Statement of Legal Residence. This reserves your place in the incoming class and determines residency for tuition purposes. Processing may take time after admission. Submit no later than two weeks from the date you are notified by the Office of the Registrar.

Submit residency information

Step5

Apply for financial aid

Begin the financial aid process to be considered for available funding and assistance.

Apply for aid

Step6

Submit your official transcripts and AP scores

Send all required official transcripts and AP scores to complete your academic record (March to July)

View instructions

Step7

Report changes to your class schedule

Report any changes to your current or planned course schedule.

Report schedule changes

Step8

Review prerequisite course requirements

Confirm that you have completed or planned all prerequisite courses required for entry.

Review requirements

Mandatory Administrative Processes

The following tasks are required in order to enroll in classes and begin as a UCSF PharmD student.

  • Upload your photo to WeID

    After receiving your welcome letter from the Office of the Registrar, and after activating your MyAccess account using the instructions in the welcome letter, upload your photo at WeID Card.

    WeID Card

  • Clear registration holds

    You must clear all holds on your Student Portal account, including health holds, training requirements, and administrative holds, before you will be able to register.

    Registration holds

  • Register for summer quarter

    You will receive information from the Office of the Registrar about how to register. 

    Register for Summer Quarter

  • Update contact info

    Notify our office of any change in contact information (mailing address, telephone number, or e-mail address).

    Update contact information

Prepare for campus life

  • Plan for orientation

    Review orientation activities, dates, and what to expect.

    View orientation info

  • Find a place to live

    Explore UCSF Housing and off-campus options and resources to help you plan your move.

    Explore housing

  • Learn how to get around

    Find transportation options, campus maps, and commuting information.

    Get around campus

Prepare for classes

These resources help you get set up for coursework, access academic tools, and understand how your schedule and daily classes will be delivered.

Additional resources and preparation

The PharmD Student Handbook includes:

•  PharmD Resources
•  Campus Services
•  Safety and Security
•  Student Organizations
•  Frequently Requested Forms and Letters 
•  Links and Resources

Federal regulations require us to share information about program licensure and certification requirements. UCSF’s official disclosure statement is available at UC Licensure and Certification Disclosures.

The Registrar’s New Students site includes additional administrative information related to registration and enrollment.